ON DEMAND: What impact will sports betting have on the future of sports rights?

Friday, November 13, 2020 5:01 PM to 5:31 PM · 30 min. (Africa/Abidjan)

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As consumer habits, especially for younger demographics, shift towards online and streamable content, leading OTT platforms are already making their way into the world of sports broadcasting. And now, with the influx of sports betting, this session will discuss how both trends will collide with the sporting world and what this means for the future of sports rights.

Moderator: Joe Favorito, Sports Media Consultant/ Professor at Columbia University

Ishwara Glassman Chrein, Head of Sports Partnerships and Business Development, Yahoo Sports / Verizon Media

Norb Gambuzza, SVP, Media & Gaming, PGA Tour

William Mao, Vice President, Octagon

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